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Tech / Engineering Camps in Columbia SC for Kids & Teens
South Carolina State Museum - Summer Camps:
Located in the heart of downtown Columbia SC, the South Carolina State Museum provides a variety of educational, engineering-based summer camps for kids. Offered in partnership with Engineering for Kids, our summer camps inspire children to build on their natural curiosity by teaching engineering concepts through hands-on learning. Throughout 5 weeks in summer 2014, the museum will present day camps that focus on combining engineering and science with fun for all campers. Each week, the camp days will be broken down into morning and afternoon sessions. Campers are able to sign up for full-day and half-day options. Convenient for kids from Darlington, Lee, Lexington, Richland, and Sumter Counties.
Engineering-Based Summer Camps for Kids:
Duration: 1-week / Full day & half-day options available
LEGO: Mindstorm
Campers design, program and control fully functional robotic models using LEGO Robotics in a series of real-life activities. Campers also test and modify robot behaviors.
LEGO: Rescue Mission
Campers design and program robots to respond to simulated disaster situations such as moving rubble and retrieving targets.
LEGO: How Amusing
Campers compete on teams in engineering-related contests with the goal of creating the most fantastic theme park experience ever.
Survivor: Engineers Cove
Campers compete as tribes in engineering-related challenges to survive and eventually escape an abandoned island!
Heroes Week
Campers join a league of heroes and compete in engineering-related challenges to protect the world and save mankind in the process,
Electronic Game Design: Invader Defense Game
Campers create their own video game from start to finish using Multimedia Fusion 2.
Game Design: Racing Games
Campers use Multimedia Fusion 2 to design a racetrack, race cars and an environment in which their cars compete.
The Engineering of Food (Girls Only)
Students explore The Engineering of Food, and create their very own food production company in this appetizing camp.
Momentum Madness
Campers work with their Pit Crew to design and build vehicles, such as dragsters and hovering levitrons, able to withstand astonishing speeds.
Address:
301 Gervais St., Columbia, South Carolina 29201, USA
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Camp Chatuga, Mountain Rest SC
Courses / Programs
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of South Carolina, one hour west of Greenville, Camp Chatuga is a traditional summer camp for boys and girls in Grades 1 through 11. We provide 1-4 week camp options where campers choose their own daily activities from over 20 available choices. Daily Activity groups are kept small so each camper receives personal attention. Each evening at Camp Chatuga includes a fun-filled, entertaining activity for all to enjoy.
Our ratio of campers to staff is an outstanding 4 to 1. Chatuga strives to keep costs down without compromising quality or care, as it is our desire to make camp affordable for your family.
1-4 Week Traditional Summer Camp Programs:
- For Students in Grades 1-11
Activities include:
- Animal Care
- Archery
- Basketball
- Canoeing
- Crafts
- Dance
- Drama
- Guitar
- Horse Care / Horseback
- Nature
- Outdoor Living Skills
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Water-skiing
- Wake Boarding
- For Students in Grades 1-11
Activities include:
- Animal Care
- Archery
- Basketball
- Canoeing
- Crafts
- Dance
- Drama
- Guitar
- Horse Care / Horseback
- Nature
- Outdoor Living Skills
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Water-skiing
- Wake Boarding
ID Tech Camps, Tennessee
Courses / Programs
iD Tech Camps in Tennessee offers week-long, tech-related day and overnight camps for kids ages 7-17 at Vandebilt University, in Nashville TN. These technology education programs are premised on personalization - your path, at your pace. Our tech-savvy, adult-only instructors guide you through customized curriculum with one-on-one teaching.The curriculum is customized for beginner to advanced learners - so you can work at your pace. All courses have multiple modules of curriculum—instructors introduce students to increasingly advanced levels according to their progress and previous experience.
Students may register for children's summer camps for one or several weeks (further camps). Many students choose to sign up for multi-week packages to build on their skills and learn new subjects.
“This was a great experience. The staff was excellent, the kids learned a ton and what they learned is a great first step in preparing them to be competitive in the new economy. We’ll be back next year.”
- Steve P., Parent, Vanderbilt University
1-Week iD Tech Day & Overnight Camps (ages 7-12)
- Intro to Programming
- Adventures in Programming (Scratch)
- Adventures in Robotics
- Adventures in Game Design
- Robotics Design & Visual Programming
- 3D Game Design
- Game Design & Graphic Arts Hybrid
- Role-Playing Game Design
- Game Design for iPhone & iPad...
1-Week iD Tech Summer Day Camps (ages 13-17)
- Programming in Java
- Programming in C++
- Game Modding & Java Coding
- Game Programming
- Robotics Engineering & Programming
- RPG Game Design
- FPS Game Design - Unreal Engine...
- Intro to Programming
- Adventures in Programming (Scratch)
- Adventures in Robotics
- Adventures in Game Design
- Robotics Design & Visual Programming
- 3D Game Design
- Game Design & Graphic Arts Hybrid
- Role-Playing Game Design
- Game Design for iPhone & iPad...
1-Week iD Tech Summer Day Camps (ages 13-17)
- Programming in Java
- Programming in C++
- Game Modding & Java Coding
- Game Programming
- Robotics Engineering & Programming
- RPG Game Design
- FPS Game Design - Unreal Engine...
Kaplan International San Diego
Courses / Programs
• Kaplan International offers summer English programs in San Diego, California for teenagers between the ages of 14 and 18. • Kaplan International are world leaders in international education and have over 40 years experience in providing first-class international education with consistently high standards of teaching and student care.
• Our summer ESL programs for juniors in San Diego take place at our school in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter in Downtown San Diego.
• Our summer English courses include 15 English classes per week, a full summer activity program plus excursions and homestay accommodation with an American host family.
• All of our Kaplan International English schools in the U.S. have ACCET accreditation (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training).
Student Review:
"If I could use one word to describe my Kaplan Experience it would be “awesome”. I’ve met the best friends ever and also enjoyed a good mix of activities with professional teachers.”
- Alejandra, Venezuela (General English student)
Summer ESL programs for teenagers ages 14-18 which includes:
• 15 hours of English lessons per week for students with beginner, intermediate or advanced levels of English
• A full social activity program with excursions
• Homestay accommodation with an American host family
• 15 hours of English lessons per week for students with beginner, intermediate or advanced levels of English
• A full social activity program with excursions
• Homestay accommodation with an American host family
Adirondack Learning Academy - Accredited Homeschool Online Programs
Courses / Programs
• Study online at home in South Carolina! Adirondack Learning Academy (ALA) is an accredited provider of NCAA-approved online programs for homeschoolers nationwide in Kindergarten through 12th Grade.• We offer Advanced Placement (AP) classes, college entrance assistance, and summer classes. Students are also welcome to take single classes. Access to our online courses is available 24/7.
• As a parent of a K-12 student, you want your child to have courses that challenge, teachers who inspire,and learning opportunities that ensure a successful future.
• For a fraction of the cost of a top private school, ALA offers a top-rated curriculum, certified teachers, a mentoring program, and college placement services.
• ALA is committed to providing a positive learning environment that encourages success through individualized instruction.
• Our program recognizes that each child is an individual, so we offer comprehensive, customizable courses that suit their learning styles, interests, and educational goals.
• Each student will develop the skills necessary for achievement in higher education, and establish a life-long love for learning.
• Each senior who completes the program will receive a homeschool diploma from ALA and an official transcript that states that you have completed the requirements for graduation in your state.
• ALA is accredited by the National Independent Study Accreditation Council (NISAC).
Online Homeschool Programs:
For kindergarten, elementary school, middle school & high school students
• Core courses, electives & and career-technical courses
• Homeschool diploma awarded on successful completion of the program
• College entry assistance
• Advanced Placement (AP) classes
• Individualized curriculum with each student assigned a personal learning coach
• Programs for students with special needs
For kindergarten, elementary school, middle school & high school students
• Core courses, electives & and career-technical courses
• Homeschool diploma awarded on successful completion of the program
• College entry assistance
• Advanced Placement (AP) classes
• Individualized curriculum with each student assigned a personal learning coach
• Programs for students with special needs
Acorn International Summer School, Bristol
Courses / Programs
Acorn International Summer School provides unique academic summer camps for both international and British students in Tockington, just 10 miles north of Bristol in the South-West of England.Based on the campus of an authentic British boarding school, we provide exclusive programmes for children ages 5-15. We are one of the few summer schools in the UK tailored entirely for the junior camp market, and offer academic programmes for 2 or 4 weeks.
Our school is situated in the countryside, on a beautiful self-contained campus which is safe and secure.
Acorn International is owned and run by a real family. We all have our own children, and when you arrive at Acorn International you will be greeted by three generations of our family!
Acorn International had a very successful inspection in 2014, and is now fully accredited by the British Accreditation Council.
International Summer School for UK & International Children - ages 5-15:
- Summer courses for Juniors (ages 5-11) and Seniors (ages 11-15)
- Held in July and August
- Students can attend for 2 or 4 weeks
- Academic English for international students
- Academic tuition for British children in subjects from the British Primary Curriculum
- Courses are combined with specialist sports tuition, activities & excursions
- Summer courses for Juniors (ages 5-11) and Seniors (ages 11-15)
- Held in July and August
- Students can attend for 2 or 4 weeks
- Academic English for international students
- Academic tuition for British children in subjects from the British Primary Curriculum
- Courses are combined with specialist sports tuition, activities & excursions
The Language Academy (TLA), Fort Lauderdale & Miami
Courses / Programs
• Would you like your teenager to improve their English language skills while enjoying an unforgettable summer in the USA? The Language Academy (TLA) provides two summer English camps in Florida for teenagers from around the world. • Our summer camp in Fort Lauderdale is designed for international students between 13-18 years old, while our summer camp in Miami is suitable for 11-18 year olds.
• Accredited by ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training) and recognized by the US Department of Education, TLA provides high-quality English language courses.
• Both of our summer English camps include an intensive English language program in international groups and a diversified, fun and exciting activity and excursion calendar.
• In our Fort Lauderdale program, we can provide hotel accommodation or homestay accommodation where students stay with an American host or family and enjoy typical American family life and culture. It is also a great way for students to practise their English language skills.
• Our Miami program is held at the prestigious St. Thomas University, and stay in the modern and comfortable residential hall.
• As a student of our program you will have lots of time to discover Florida after lessons. TLA organises activities and excursions for students to get to know the American way of life. Students from all over the world come to Fort Lauderdale and Miami.
Summer English Camp in Fort Lauderdale for 13-18 year olds:
• Intensive English Language Program (20 lessons per week)
• Homestay and Hotel Accommodation
• Excursions and Activities
Summer English Program in Miami for 11-18 year olds:
• Intensive English Language Program (20 lessons per week)
• Twin room en-suite accommodation in the University residential hall
• Excursions and Activities
• Intensive English Language Program (20 lessons per week)
• Homestay and Hotel Accommodation
• Excursions and Activities
Summer English Program in Miami for 11-18 year olds:
• Intensive English Language Program (20 lessons per week)
• Twin room en-suite accommodation in the University residential hall
• Excursions and Activities